Maxim Smirnov
About Maxim Smirnov
Maxim Smirnov is the Group Head of Market Risk at VTB Capital, where he has worked since 2009. He has extensive experience in risk management, having held various positions at Renaissance Capital prior to his current role.
Work at VTB
Maxim Smirnov has been with VTB Capital since 2009, where he serves as the Head of Risk in Moscow. In 2018, he transitioned to the role of Group Head of Market Risk, based in Saint Petersburg. His tenure at VTB spans over 15 years, during which he has contributed to the development and management of market risk strategies within the organization.
Previous Experience at Renaissance Capital
Prior to his role at VTB, Maxim Smirnov worked at Renaissance Capital, where he held several positions. He started as a Risk Controller from 2000 to 2002, then served as Market Risk Manager from 2003 to 2005. He advanced to Deputy Head of Risk Management from 2005 until 2009, before briefly taking on the role of Head of Risk Management in 2009 for four months.
Education and Expertise
Maxim Smirnov holds a Master of Arts in Economics from the Higher School of Economics, where he studied from 1996 to 1998. He also earned a Master of Science in Applied Mathematics from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, completing his studies there from 1992 to 1998. His educational background supports his expertise in risk management and market analysis.
Background
Maxim Smirnov has a strong foundation in risk management and market analysis, developed through years of experience in the financial sector. His career began at Renaissance Capital, where he progressively took on roles with increasing responsibility, culminating in leadership positions that shaped his approach to market risk.